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J33 APB

2003 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

165,667 mi
Last recorded165,667 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A4100,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 APB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 165,667 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 159,820 miles

Front number plate loose

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both rear shock absorbers dust covers deteriorated

condensation in both headlamps

wiper blades smearing windscreen

Pass 25 Jun 2015 148,487 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2015 148,458 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 135,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 135,575 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 125,038 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 125,038 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 168,177 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 160,616 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 154,495 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 154,495 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 145,439 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 136,399 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 109,601 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 109,601 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 92,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 68,535 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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J33 APB is a 2003 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 100,003 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J33 APB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J33 APB registered?

J33 APB is a 2003 Audi A4, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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